I'm Michael, a highly motivated math tutor with a passion for helping students succeed. I graduated from Carleton College in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Computer Science, where my senior thesis attained distinction and was later published. While there, I served as a tutor at ou... (read more)
...My educational background includes successful completion of Advanced Placement (AP) courses during my high school years, where I excelled in subjects like calculus, physics, and various STEM courses. Having undertaken AP exams, I gained a comprehensive understanding of the coursework and the nua... (read more)
...Instead of memorizing a list of facts, I believe allowing oneself to understand why and how something works is what enables enjoyment of the subject. And once the "why" and "how" of the subject are understood, good grades and test scores will follow naturally. I am very patient with others, and I can easily explain concepts in multiple ways until they sink in for the student. (read more)
...I have tutored this subject at the high school level over the past year; it is a subject I really enjoy teaching students. Once we master the concepts, physics problems can become a lot more fun and interesting! I scored a 780 on the Math portion of the SAT, and an 800 on the SAT Math 2 exam, both of which cover pre-algebra. (read more)
...At the start of my sessions, I like to review short-term and long-term deadlines and objectives to put the student’s studies into perspective. I’ve always enjoyed teaching, and helping to build knowledge and confidence in my students. Please feel free to contact me with any questions! (read more)